The Charismatic Leader

Today we sit down with Brett McDermott for a tactical episode of Persistence Playbook that flips your daily planning on its head. If you’re a regular listener, you know Brett doesn’t just talk productivity—he builds systems that stick. This time, he breaks down how to stop reacting to your day and start designing it like a pro. If you’re new here, get ready to learn why time-blocking isn’t enough—...

Today we sit down with Sterling Hawkins, a keynote speaker, bestselling author, investor, and global expert on redefining organizational culture and navigating discomfort to unlock personal missions. Sterling takes us into the transformative power of discomfort, showing how seeking out challenges and building inner trust can lead us to a deeper purpose. From practical strategies to insights that p...

Today we sit down with Brett McDermott for a myth-busting episode of Persistence Playbook that rewires how you think about affirmations. If you’re a regular listener, you know Brett doesn’t do fluff—he delivers frameworks that actually work. This time, he breaks down why most affirmations fail—and how to make them stick. If you’re new here, get ready to learn why “I am confident” might be hurting...

Today we sit down with Evan Carmichael, the same powerhouse you know from YouTube, to discuss all things mindset, fear, and success. Evan shares his insights on fighting through fear, believing in yourself, and why that’s the fuel to achieving your biggest goals. We also dive into his unique strategy of theming your days to stay on track and keep your business afloat. You won't want to miss th...

Today we sit down with Brett McDermott and neuroscience expert Ashleigh Di Lello for a powerful episode of Persistence Playbook . If you’re a regular listener, you know Brett brings more than motivation—he delivers mental rewiring strategies that stick. This time, Ashleigh breaks down how to override your brain’s craving for comfort and build the willpower to take action—even when you don’t feel l...

Today we sit down with Brett McDermott for a masterclass in one of the most underrated leadership tools: silence. In this episode of Persistence Playbook, Brett unpacks how intentional pauses can transform your presence, your message, and your impact. If you’re a regular listener, you know Brett doesn’t just drop insights—he delivers strategies you can use by Monday morning. If you’re new here, ge...

Today, we sit down with Brett McDermott and the world's top thought leader on workplace confidence, Selena Rezvani, for a transformative new episode on The Persistence Playbook. Selena redefines confidence not as fixed bravado or manicured perfection, but as a daily practice of curiosity, humor, and a learner’s mindset. Dive into the strategies to defeat the comparison trap, master the power o...

In this episode of the Persistence Playbook, host Brett McDermott sits down with acclaimed writer and speaker Minda Harts to uncover the secrets to building a thriving workplace culture. Why is trust the most valuable currency for modern leaders? Minda introduces her revolutionary "Seven Trust Languages" framework, giving you the playbook to defeat workplace resistance and empower your t...

In this episode of The Persistence Playbook, join Brett McDermott as he sits down with author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur Sam Demma—founder of the High School Assembly Tour, a program that’s inspired thousands of students. Sam Demma shares the powerful concept of "emptying our backpack" , a metaphor for shedding the limiting beliefs and negative opinions we've been carrying. He shares his p...

Elite performance isn’t just about grit—it starts when your eyes are closed. In this episode, human performance expert Dr. Greg Wells joins Brett to reveal how mastering sleep can unlock next-level energy and focus. From breaking his neck as a competitive swimmer to becoming a leading physiologist, Dr. Wells shares science-backed habits to help you outsmart the afternoon slump and wake up sharper...

In this episode of the Persistence Playbook, host Brett McDermott sits down with bestselling author, speaker, and coach, Chris Welton. Chris is a resilience expert with a fascinating journey, from a childhood upheaval and limb difference to becoming an impactful leader. Chris breaks down what it truly means to turn adversity into action and how to have an "Undefeated Morning" by stacking...

What if the only thing holding you back isn’t lack of ideas, but lack of focus? In this episode, Brett McDermott unpacks how entrepreneurs can cut through daily resistance and lock in on the work that really moves the needle. If you're new here, get ready to learn why a long list of tasks can be a bad idea, and how to work in "structured sprints" instead of "endless marathons&qu...

Today we sit down with Brian Galke; founder of SubtleSkills, keynote speaker, trainer, and self-proclaimed “awesome podcast guest.” With a career built on teaching others how to unlock the power of human connection, Brian has developed an eye for the nuances that often go unnoticed in our daily interactions. In this conversation, Brian pulls back the curtain on the hidden language of the face. Fro...

Today, we sit down with Juan Bendana: A motivational keynote speaker and best-selling author who’s built a career on showing people what’s possible when persistence meets intention. Known for his ability to turn fear into fuel, Juan has inspired audiences across the globe to step past hesitation and into the kind of action that changes everything. In our conversation, Juan shares the real story be...

If you’ve been rocking with Persistence Playbook for a while, you already know Brett doesn’t just love a solid list. He builds with it. But for the newcomers, welcome.  Around here, lists aren’t about ticking boxes they’re tools for transformation and this week, Brett’s taking the mic solo giving you 10 practical ways, to gain clarity on your purpose—not in theory, but in practice. From creating m...

Today we sit down with Alan Stein Jr., keynote speaker, performance coach, and author known for bridging the worlds of elite athletics and high-level entrepreneurship. With decades of experience working with top athletes, Alan shares how the habits that build champions on the court can also build clarity, consistency, and confidence in business. In this episode, Alan breaks down why discipline, no...

Today we sit down with Jessica Janzen, bestselling author, mindset coach, and keynote speaker. Jessica is a high-energy resilience expert who knows how to bring both laughter and wisdom into leadership, even when life feels messy. In this episode, Jessica breaks down what it really means to choose joy, not as a mood or mantra, but as a practical strategy for getting clear, staying grounded, and ac...

If you’ve been following Persistence Playbook for a while, you know one thing about Brett McDermott: he doesn’t just like a good list; he believes in mastering it. This week, we’re getting intentional about something that’s easy to overcomplicate: your to-do list. And no, this isn’t about color-coding sticky notes or downloading another app. This is about how entrepreneurs can quietly rewire the w...

In this episode, we revisit the deeper layers of what it truly means to grow, succeed, and live with intention. Joining us is Kaylor Betts, business and life coach, and host of Awake and Winning for a conversation that pulls no punches. With candor, clarity, and a few unexpected laughs, Kaylor explores the unspoken tensions between ambition and mental health, achievement and fulfillment, and what...

If you’ve been listening to Persistence Playbook for a while, you already know Brett loves a good list; especially when it’s packed with tactics proven to work by today’s top performers. In this solo episode, he breaks down 10 essential strategies entrepreneurs can use to organize their day for sharper focus, smarter time management, and sustainable productivity. From managing your energy(not just...

Today we sit down with Kate Perkovic, 7-figure founder, CEO of KLMP Consulting, and a force behind empowering women into high-power earners. From her early days as a server to leading a thriving consulting business, Kate walks us through the mindset shifts, routines, and retention-first strategies that redefined her path to success. In this episode, she unpacks the frameworks that helped her scale...

Today we sit down with Colin Henderson, mindset speaker, author, and host of the Master Your Mindset podcast. In this episode, Colin and I dive into the powerful concept that thoughts are things; how our inner dialogue shapes reality and how we can intentionally cultivate it to get what we want.  We explore the role of vulnerability among men and unpack practical strategies for mental conditioning...

 In honor of Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re revisiting a conversation that deserves another listen. One that speaks directly to the invisible battles so many men fight. Originally recorded with Dr. Justin Moseley also known as The Mindset Doctor: this episode unpacks what happens when a near-death experience becomes the doorway to deeper purpose. Dr. Moseley shares how he went from a h...

Today we sit down with host Brett McDermott for a solo episode on the critical role of self-belief in personal growth, motivation, and overcoming resistance. Brett breaks down the real reason most of us stall out before we start: resistance. And not the loud kind. The subtle and internal kind that shows up as procrastination, second-guessing, or playing small. Drawing inspiration from a previous c...

What if the key to unlocking your purpose isn’t in the hustle, but in the surrender? In this episode of The Persistence Playbook, we sit down with world-renowned transformational speaker Kute Blackson for a powerful conversation about what it really means to grow, evolve, and trust the deeper call within. From his early beginnings in Ghana to becoming a globally recognized voice in personal develo...